The Recreational Sports Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Fitness Graduate Assistant to join our team. The Graduate Assistant will be afforded a variety of experiences within the Fitness Program.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

1. Attend and assist with leading all Recreational Sports and fitness events and trainings
2. Assist with outreach and engagement with campus organizations, academic departments, and current members
3. Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of fitness events and small group training
4. Coordinate the promotion and marketing of the Fitness program which includes staffing tables and producing/posting content regularly on the fitness Instagram account
5. Create in depth reports for fitness programs, including but not limited to participant trends, time/class popularity, monthly trends, and more
6. Assist with the recruitment, hiring and training of new staff members
7. Supervise and evaluate performance of ~50 student staff members to include Weight Room Supervisors, Group Fitness Instructors, and Personal Trainers.
8. Create professional and personal development opportunities for staff
9. Take on personal training clients and teach group fitness classes as needed
10. Conduct staff meetings and CPR/AED certification trainings
11. Ensure the fitness areas are clean, safe, and in proper working order
12. Assist with UNT Frisco Fitness Center on a weekly basis
13. Work at least 20 hours per week with the Fitness Program
14. Other duties as assigned by the Fitness Assistant Director and Fitness and Membership Coordinator

Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2023 or until position is filled.  Please send letter of application, resume, official transcripts of college credits, and list of references to: Christina Kibner, Assistant Director of Fitness: christina.kibner@unt.edu.

Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process notify Christina Kibner, Assistant Director of Fitness, Department of Recreational Sports, (940) 565-2275 by the application deadline.

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit - and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, family status, genetic information, citizenship or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates and takes remedial action when appropriate.

The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Position Requirements:

1. A bachelor’s degree, preferably in Recreation, Kinesiology, or related field
2. Experience or general knowledge in biomechanics, exercise physiology, employee supervision, training employees, sports administration, or related area of recreation
3. Acceptance and admittance into the University of North Texas Graduate School, as a full time (9 hours or more) graduate student
4. Strong planning and organizational skills
5. Ability to effectively supervise student employees
6. Strong communication skills
7. Holds a Personal Training and/or Group Exercise certification(s) from one or more of the following organizations: ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, CI or NETA
8. Experience in teaching multiple group exercise formats and/or conducting personal training sessions

About University of North Texas

University of North Texas is a major public research university deeply committed to advancing educational excellence and preparing students to become thoughtful, engaged citizens of the world. This is accomplished through a broad and balanced array of programs where well-prepared students and dedicated scholars and artists collaborate with our local and global communities in the creation, integration, application, and dissemination of knowledge. In this way, UNT creates an enriched and sustainable future for our students, state, nation and world.UNT's VisionAs the most comprehensive public research university providing a top quality education in one of the nation's largest, most dynamic regions, UNT will be celebrated for its academics, arts and athletics. UNT will be a diverse and inclusive institution creating knowledge and innovations that will shape the future, while cultivating excellence in the next generation of scholars and leaders for the global community.

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